Condemnation as 40 killed in air strike on libya migrant centre
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Condemnation pours in as at least 40 people killed in air strike on Libya migrant centre
A devastating air strike on a migrant centre in Libya has killed at least 40 people and injured many more, sparking widespread condemnation from around the world.
The attack, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, targeted a detention centre in the town of Tajoura, which is located about 30 miles east of the capital city of Tripoli.
The centre was home to hundreds of migrants and refugees, many of whom were fleeing conflict and persecution in their home countries. The exact number of casualties is still unclear, but reports suggest that at least 40 people have been killed and many more injured.
The Libyan government has condemned the attack, with Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj calling it a "heinous crime" and vowing to hold those responsible accountable.
The United Nations has also condemned the attack, with UN Secretary-General António Guterres calling it a "grave violation of international humanitarian law".
The European Union has also issued a statement, saying that it is "deeply shocked" by the attack and calling for those responsible to be brought to justice.
The attack has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from around the world, with many calling for an immediate investigation into the incident.
The Libyan government has accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of carrying out the attack, but the UAE has denied any involvement.
The incident is the latest in a series of attacks on migrant centres and refugee camps in Libya, which has been plagued by conflict and instability since the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.
The country has become a major transit point for migrants and refugees seeking to reach Europe, and many have been subjected to abuse and exploitation by smugglers and traffickers.
The international community has called for an immediate end to the violence and for those responsible to be held accountable.
Updates
- The Libyan government has announced that it will launch an investigation into the attack.
- The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire and for all parties to respect international humanitarian law.
- The European Union has offered to provide humanitarian aid to those affected by the attack.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has called for access to the affected area to provide medical assistance and support.
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- "This is a grave violation of international humanitarian law. We condemn this attack in the strongest possible terms." - UN Secretary-General António Guterres
- "We are deeply shocked by this attack. We call for those responsible to be brought to justice and for an immediate end to the violence." - European Union statement
- "This is a heinous crime. We will do everything in our power to hold those responsible accountable." - Libyan Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj